🌟 Closed for Team Training: Please note that on 4/5/2024, we will be closed for team training to enhance our service and skills.
menu icon for Smiles for Life Clinic
4.9/5

4.9 Stars | 461 Reviews

Horizontal line design element on Smiles for Life Clinic
Left-aligned shape line on Smiles for Life Clinic website

Implant-Supported Crowns

Benefits of Implant-Supported Crowns

Can Dental Implants Work for You?

Take this 15-second quiz to see if dental implants are right for you!
Round shape design element on Smiles for Life Clinic website
Dotted icon design element on Smiles for Life Clinic website
Abstract shape design element on Smiles for Life Clinic website
Left-aligned shape line on Smiles for Life Clinic website
Dental Implant Pricing Guide

The Guide Will Show You

Download our Dental Implant Pricing & Information Guide

Fill out the form below and we will email/text you the guide along with a $350 savings offer!

Am I a Candidate for an Implant
Supported Crown?

Most people with a missing tooth who are in good enough health to undergo oral surgery are candidates for an implant-supported crown. However, a common roadblock is a lack of jawbone tissue. When we lose teeth, the jawbone often thins and weakens over time. If you lack the jawbone to support an implant, you can undergo a bone graft to improve your candidacy.

In summary, individuals with a missing tooth can often opt for an implant-supported crown if they are healthy enough for surgery. When jawbone deficiency is present, a bone graft can enhance the chances of successful implant placement by augmenting the jawbone. This procedure enables patients who were previously ineligible for dental implants to have the opportunity for a restored smile and improved oral function.

Dental X-ray displayed on a screen at Smiles for Life Clinic

What Should I Expect at My Appointment?

Patient receiving dental consultation at Smiles for Life Clinic

Treatment will typically require at least four dental visits. At the first appointment, you will meet with the dentist so he can evaluate your oral and overall health. At this time he will take a medical history, and images of your oral structure. If necessary, he may recommend a bone grafting surgery before or at the same time as your placement.

The second visit will usually be for the implant placement surgery. If any teeth need extraction, it will be done at this time. Next, a small incision is made at the gum line and a tiny access portal made into the jawbone. Through this, your dental implant is inserted. This entire implant placement process is guided by a surgical plan based on 3-D computerized tomography (CT) scans of your mouth. This allows for incredible precision in placing the implant, ensuring the least amount of trauma to surrounding tissues and optimal integration of the implant into the jawbone. Our office also offers sedation options, including nitrous oxide and oral conscious sedation, for your comfort.

Over the next four to six months, your dental implant will merge with the jawbone in a process known as osseointegration. As a result, the implant is backed by the strength and durability of your jawbone and essentially acts like a tooth root. After the osseointegration process is complete, you will return to have your abutments attached, which serve as a conduit between the implant and your crown. Finally, about two weeks later, you will return to have your dental crown attached.

Restore and Beautify Your Smile with Dental Crowns

Restore and beautify your smile today with dental crowns from Crowns & Caps. We pride ourselves on providing the highest quality of care and the most alluring results for our patients. Get in touch now for a consultation, so you can start your journey towards a beautiful, natural-looking smile!

The Process of Implant-Supported Crowns

Implant-supported crowns offer a reliable and natural-looking solution for replacing missing teeth.
Frame 1

Consultation and Evaluation

Meet with a dental professional to assess your oral health and determine if implant-supported crowns are suitable for you. X-rays and impressions may be taken for treatment planning.
Frame 2

Treatment Planning

Create a personalized treatment plan based on your specific needs and goals. Discuss the timeline, expected outcomes, and potential risks.
Frame 3

Implant Placement

Under local anesthesia or sedation, the dental implants are surgically placed into the jawbone. Temporary crown or healing cap is placed over the implant.
number 4

Osseointegration

Over several months, the implant fuses with the jawbone through a process called osseointegration. Follow proper oral hygiene practices to aid in healing.
Frame 36396-3

Abutment Placement

The implant is exposed, and an abutment is attached to provide support for the crown. This minor surgical procedure prepares the implant for the crown.
Number 6

Crown Placement

Custom-made crown, matching the color and shape of your natural teeth, is placed on the abutment. The crown is securely bonded or screwed onto the abutment for stability and functionality.
Number 7

Follow-up Care

Receive instructions for post-treatment care, including oral hygiene practices and regular check-ups. Follow-up appointments monitor healing and ensure long-term success.
Teeth bone of metal like screw

Replace Single Missing Teeth with Implant-Supported Crowns

If you are missing a single tooth but are hesitant to pursue replacement options that alter your other teeth like dental bridges, an implant-supported crown is a reliable choice that offers stability and durability. Drs. McIntyre and Whiting at Smiles for Life Dental Care are proud to offer high-quality implant-supported dental crowns at their Bridgewater and Staunton, VA offices, which provide a realistic appearance, comfortable fit, and years of reliable functionality.
Circles in the top left corner of the Smiles for Life Clinic website
Dots pattern on Smiles for Life Clinic website
Dots pattern on Smiles for Life Clinic website
Circles in the top left corner of the Smiles for Life Clinic website

Meet The Team

Experience dental care backed by expert and compassionate dentists. Trust in the skill and empathy of our dental professionals.

Our Smiles for Life Patients Know

That They Can Rely On Us
Clinton Huntley
5/5

Great Dentist!!!! VERY Professional, Polite, and most of all more worried about my condition and understanding my circumstances and and my opinion on what I believe should be done… will definitely recommend him to everyone thank you once again for everything I greatly appreciate you and all your staff!!!

Gary Simmons
5/5

Very courteous and professional staff . They were very thorough in explaining all the options available. Highly recommend them to anyone needing dental care. And they have great muffins.

Wanda Revercomb
5/5

Had my check up today. It smiles for life and Bridgewater. My hygienist Morgan Propst Was kind, gentle and very thorough. She did a great job. Thank you so much Morgan!!

Bonnie Alioto
5/5

Cathy was very informative about the different procedures and how they would be done. They will check with my insurance and we would discuss cost after my next appointment.

Ramona Lantz
5/5

I underwent 4 hours of heavy dental work under medicated sedation due to my dental anxiety plus 2 months ago I also did the same treatment and both times went extremely well. The Drs were nice and explained everything so my anxiety would stay in check. I’ve been a patient at Smiles for Life for over 6 years and also took my mother who suffers from advanced Parkinson’s to them for full dentures and they were fabulous 💙.

Marque Blubaugh
5/5

Listens to every concern and is caring, professional, compassionate, and understanding of every concern or situation that you have. Evaluating the entire oral structure and creating a plan and long term plan to preserve dental and overall health and peace of mind. Up to date procedures and equipment to review the entire structure and provide options to restore, preserve and have a healthy life and proper ability to eat and chew properly and to be healthy and digest a healthy diet. And to preserve teeth and avoid infections in the mouth and body . An investment, not a contined expense, which you use every day for the rest of your life. Smiles for life, and where you get life to smile.

Graham Simmerman
5/5

Cathy is delightful and skilled hygienist that I’ve counted on for nearly 20 years. Wouldn’t still be traveling nearly an hour from my new home to this dentist office if I didn’t have full confidence in Cathy.

Sue Gibson
5/5

I've always received the best care at Smiles for Life Dental Care. Faith was excellent and Dr. Macintyre is caring and a true perfectionist! I highly recommend to family and friends!

Smile Like Never Before with a Set of Dental Implants

The perfect time is now, to take control of your smile and freshen up your look! With a set of dental implants, you can upgrade your smile like never before. Claim the confidence you deserve today with a lasting dental solution that will make you grin from ear to ear!
Play Video